Deacons' Court Update
When we entered our first lockdown period in March of last year, none of us expected the virus to remain as virulent or as deadly as it continues to be in the early weeks of 2021. There are, however, good reasons to be optimistic that the roll out of the vaccination will lead to a significant reduction of the spread of the virus, a decrease in the grim mortality rate and an easing of the restrictions we have all been under for so long.
While the restrictions are unwelcome for all of us, we still have many reasons for thankfulness. The Gospel continues to be preached and many outreach initiatives are able to continue thanks to the generosity of those who regularly contribute to the funds of the church. Our own congregation was able to remit to the central funds of the church the same amount in 2020 as it did in 2019 and our most sincere thanks is due to everyone who contributed either by freewill offering envelopes, Standing Order, BACS transfer or by cheque.
Read more about 'Deacons' Court Update'...Induction of Rev Iain Thomson
The induction of Rev. Iain Thomson to the pastoral charge of Garrabost Free Church of Scotland will be held this coming Friday, 22nd January at 7.30pm, at the School Road church in Bayble. Rev. David Macleod, Moderator of Presbytery, will preach and preside. Due to the current Covid related restrictions, the number able to attend in person is restricted to 50 and the rest will join the service by Zoom video-conferencing facilities.
Read more about 'Induction of Rev Iain Thomson'...
Kick Start Short Course: Money Worries and How to Overcome Them
Your local CAP advisors would like to offer online support to anyone who would like some help in overcoming financial worries.
We are offering 3 x 60 minute weekly sessions over Zoom, starting on Thursday 11th February at 7:30pm.
We will look at topics such as:- Building a sustainable budget
- Making your money go further
- Advice on effective ways to deal with money worries.
If you would be interested in attending, or have any questions about the course then please get in touch. Attendees must be 18 or over.
Read more about 'Christians Against Poverty'...Service Details - Sunday 17 January
11:00am Service: Facebook, Sermons Page
Rev James Maciver preaches on 'God's Alternative to Vanity' from Ecclesiastes 12:13–14, in Sunday morning's Livestream worship service.
6:30pm Service: Facebook, YouTube, Sermons Page
Rev Kenneth I Macleod preaches on 'Time to Go Home' from Ruth 1:6 in this worship service recorded at home.
Midweek Meeting
Wednesday 13th January
7.30pm on Zoom and in Seminary, Francis St
Join us for worship tonight when Rev Kenneth I Macleod will preach on 'Pressing on to Know the Lord' from Hosea 6:3.
Everyone is most welcome. If you require the Zoom link please get in touch. If you would like to book to attend in person then please do so by 12noon today. For details of how to book, click here
Service Details
Psalm 71:14-17 (Scottish Psalter)Scripture Reading: Hosea 6Sermon: Hosea 6:3, 'Pressing on to Know the Lord'Praise: Psalm 139:1-10 (Scottish Psalter)
Read more about 'Midweek Meeting'...Service Details - Sunday 10th January
11:00am Service: Facebook, Youtube, Sermons page
Rev Kenneth I Macleod preaches on 'Called and Saved by Grace' from 2 Timothy 1:8-10 in this worship service recorded at home.
6.30pm Service: Facebook, Sermons Page
Rev James Maciver preaches on 'Preacher and Teacher' from Ecclesiastes 12:9-12 in this worship service streamed live from home.
Read more about 'Service Details - Sunday 10th January'...Service Details - Sunday 3rd of January
11:00am Service: Facebook, Sermons Page
Rev James Maciver preaches on 'Rejoice and Remember' from Ecclesiastes 11 v 7 – 12 v 8 in Sunday morning's Live Stream.
6:30pm Service: Facebook, Youtube, Sermons Page
Rev Kenneth I Macleod preaches on 'Remember God's Word and Work' from Psalm 111 in this worship service recorded for 'Church at Home'.
Pastoral Reflection for December & January
Rev Kenneth I Macleod considers what lessons we may learn from Joshua and the Israelites crossing the Jordan, to encourage us as we step into 2021.
“Do not come near it (the ark), in order that you may know the way, for you have not passed this way before.” Joshua 3:4
As we move from 2020 into 2021, I thought that this verse was so appropriate. Whatever the situation or experience we are going through, there is always something in the Scriptures to guide and help us. The Book of Joshua is a thrilling and dynamic book. It’s a journey of progress, conquest and victory all undertaken by faith.
One of the key lessons in the book is discovering how important it is to follow God’s timetable and directions. It is a lesson that is absolutely essential for our journey of faith through this world. We have to learn to go at God’s pace and do just as He says. We want to do everything the way we want and when we want. However, that might not be God’s way.
Read more about 'Pastoral Reflection for December & January'...Service Details - Sunday 27th December
11:00am Service: Facebook, Youtube, Sermons page
Rev Kenneth I Macleod preaches on 'The Perfect Friend' from Proverbs 18:24 in this worship service recorded at home.
6.30pm Service: Facebook, Sermons Page
Rev James Maciver preaches on 'Act Boldly but Wisely in Faith' from Ecclesiastes 11 v 1-6.
